In an unusual turn of events led by newly elected members, City Council paused disbursements for mental-health services.
Turnout Catalyst
An analysis of Knoxville municipal-election returns gives an idea of the sales-tax referendum’s effect on driving people to the polls.
City Voters Reject Sales-Tax Hike
The referendum spurred turnout in a Knoxville municipal election that produced blowout victories in most City Council races.
Election 2025: City Council District 4
Real-estate broker Matthew DeBardelaben and mortgage banker Jeff Talman square off to represent the eastern portion of North Knoxville.
Election 2025: Primary Takeaways
An analysis of Tuesday’s Knoxville City Council primary results shows where the candidates stand heading into the general election.
Primary 2025: The Field in Focus
In a low-turnout City Council primary, Knoxville voters select the candidates for the first general election under the city’s new district voting process.
Primary 2025: City Council District 4
Matthew DeBardelaben and Jeff Talman are in the running to represent the eastern half of North Knoxville.